Local veterans, service organizations, and community members are invited to take part in the annual Erie Veterans Day Parade, scheduled for November 7.<\/p>\n
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Hosted by the Erie VA Medical Center, the parade will begin at 11 a.m. at East 29th and State streets. Participants will travel south on State Street, turn east onto 37th Street, and conclude at Holland and 37th streets.<\/p>\n
Following the parade, the American Legion Auxiliary will host a reception with refreshments in the second-floor conference rooms at the Erie VA Medical Center. Attendees can access the entrance through the parking lot off Old French Road.<\/p>\n
The celebration will also include a Jeep Show in the rear parking lot of the medical center, highlighting vehicles from parade participants. Organizers are encouraging Jeep owners taking part in the parade to display their vehicles following the event.<\/p>\n
A Veterans Day Ceremony will follow at 12:30 p.m. in the auditorium of Jefferson Elementary School. The ceremony will feature a guest speaker, patriotic music, a wreath presentation, military volleys, and the playing of Taps.<\/p>\n
Organizers are encouraging veterans’ groups, community organizations, and residents to participate and help honor the sacrifices made by members of the military. Parade participants should check in at East 29th and French streets at 10:30 a.m.<\/p>\n